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Driving Impression

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Minivans are expected to safe and maneuverable, not quick to accelerate or loaded with passing power. As long as a minivan reaches highway speeds reasonably early, stops effectively, and is responsive enough to steer around trouble, a minivan is considered okay.

The Sienna is more than okay, with a very healthy 296 horsepower from its 3.5-liter V6. It suffers no shortage of energy on the road, well above average for its class.

Tall and heavy, Sienna offers sluggish and lethargic handling. It’s slow to respond in transient maneuvers and seems to require more steering input than many SUVs. And there’s a fair amount of nose dive when braking. The SE is the sportiest model, with a tighter suspension and 19-inch wheels and tires.

The 8-speed automatic delivers upshifts so smooth they are practically imperceptible, however the engine and transmission don’t seem perfectly coordinated, as downshifting to pass can be slow. And, curiously, in the middle of a right-hand turn at an intersection, the transmission often selects a gear that’s too high (third), then is slow to get back down to second gear to accelerate. It’s disruptive and grows annoying.

Walk Around

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As minivans go, the Sienna is sharp and stylish, while not pretending to be anything but a minivan. A finned grille is on the LX, XLE, and Limited, while SE and Limited get LED headlamps. The SE with appearance package looks the sportiest, as the rocker panels and big wheels stand out. We’re not so sure about the clear taillight lenses, so 10 years ago.

Interior Overview

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The cabin is spacious, smartly finished, conveniently laid out, and very comfortable for all passengers. The front seats are supportive. The dashboard is sweeping and contoured, with big gauges that are easy to read. Audio and climate controls are easily reached by the front passenger. A 6.1-inch touchscreen is standard. Lower trim levels also get a 3.5-inch black-and-white LCD information screen, while upper models upgrade to a 4.2-inch color display.

Storage for small things is bountiful, with a deep console and dual gloveboxes. A handy storage platform below the center dash between the front seats provides a convenient place for a purse or your take-out order.

The standard second-row bench slides back for legroom or forward for cargo space. Removing one section provides access to the foldaway third row, which can actually carry grownups and isn’t so difficult to reach. In the Limited, reclining lounge-type seats include footrests and leg-cushion extenders. Captain’s chairs are standard with all-wheel drive, which fold but not flat.

Adults can climb in and out of the back easily, however it can be a struggle to open the side door manually from the outside, should the power doors be reluctant to respond to the key fob, which commonly happens with SUV and minivan liftgates, and sedan trunks as well.

There is a massive 39.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, and the deep well in the floor there easily holds and confines many grocery bags and boxes, superior to SUVs. With both rows folded, the space climbs to 117.8 cubic feet, not quite like a cargo van because the seats don’t fold into the floor, but still a ton of space.

The cabin of the Sienna isn’t as quiet on the highway as we would hope a family minivan to be.

Summary

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The Toyota Sienna delivers cabin room, cargo space, seat comfort, convenience, versatility, safety, reliability, strong power from a V6, smooth shifting (most of the time) from an 8-speed automatic, and last but not least available all-wheel drive. All at an affordable price for the family.

Extras include rear-seat entertainment, power sliding doors, navigation, and voice projection for communicating with back-seat passengers.

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